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Used before a list of items following an independent clause. Example: I went to the store for the following items: milk, toothbrush, bread, and Lysol. Colons NEVER EVER EVER EVER come after a verb! Incorrect: I need: chips, dip, and sodas. Correct: I need the following: chips, dip, and sodas. Used in subtitles of books and movies. ................
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